1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 563 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (540 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | GL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
